Hawthorne Yellow vs RAL 180-1
Hawthorne Yellow is a Benjamin Moore color while RAL 180-1 comes from RAL Effect. Hue-wise, Hawthorne Yellow belongs to the beige-yellow family and RAL 180-1 to the blue family. At LRV 71 vs 49, Hawthorne Yellow will read as the brighter of the two — a 23-point gap that matters most in north-facing or low-light rooms. At ΔE 41.6, these are genuinely distinct colors — a strong contrast if used together, or a meaningful choice between two different directions. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Hawthorne Yellow vs RAL 180-1 Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Hawthorne Yellow on one side and RAL 180-1 on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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